What are the responsibilities and job description for the System and Operations Trainee position at CalSTRS?
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The CalSTRS Accounting Division is seeking a motivated individual to work as a(n) Accountant Trainee in the Contributions Unit.
The Operational Accounting Division is comprised of three units: Billings and Collections, Disbursements and Taxes, and Contributions. These areas focus on accounting for CalSTRS “cash collection” cycle; “procure to pay” cycle, “disbursement” cycle (specifically timely distribution of retirement checks as well as issuing member refunds), as well as, accounting for contribution activities.
The Contributions Unit manages employer contribution accounts including receivable collections, contribution returns, as well as penalties and interest, assessments and disputes. The unit also monitors and analyzes contribution revenue and prepares revenue accruals.
Under the close supervision of the Financial Accountant I (Supervisor), the Accountant Trainee (AT) performs professional accounting duties of low to medium difficulty in all aspects of the accounting revenue cycle activities, within the Contributions unit. The AT performs analytics on a variety of data to determine fiscal soundness of 1,800 County Offices of Education, school districts, community colleges and charter schools (employers) throughout the state.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:
- Accounting experience
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to successfully work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work successfully on a team and independently
- Excellent customer service skills, both orally and in writing
- Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload and sensitive information
Every 12 months, based on performance evaluation, employees may receive a 5% salary increase until they reach the maximum salary for the position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $51,756.00 - $63,552.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in West Sacramento, CA 95605
Salary : $51,756 - $63,552
